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Acer Predator XB273U GX vs Dell Alienware AW3225QF: Comparison
Acer Predator XB273U GX vs Dell Alienware AW3225QF max refresh rate compared
The gap that matters here is max refresh rate: Acer Predator XB273U GX 270 Hz against Dell Alienware AW3225QF 240 Hz, which puts Acer Predator XB273U GX 11% ahead. Screen size runs the same way, 27 in on the Acer Predator XB273U GX versus 31.5 in on the Dell Alienware AW3225QF, another win for Dell Alienware AW3225QF. They differ on adaptive sync too, NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible on the Acer Predator XB273U GX versus NVIDIA G-Sync, AMD FreeSync Premium Pro on the Dell Alienware AW3225QF.
Acer Predator XB273U GX vs Dell Alienware AW3225QF: which one fits your build
The Acer Predator XB273U GX is the one to take for competitive players wanting to measure and tune system latency and NVIDIA Reflex-compatible GPU and peripheral owners, though it is the wrong buy for content creators needing wide color gamut and AMD GPU users who can't use Reflex Latency Analyzer. The Dell Alienware AW3225QF suits Alienware ecosystem owners wanting matching AlienFX lighting and single-player and open-world gaming fans, though it is not built for Design/CAD users needing perfectly straight edges and budget shoppers. It also earns its place with enthusiast gamers wanting 4K OLED with a curved, immersive form factor. Our rating of the Acer Predator XB273U GX (8.3/10): A speed-focused esports monitor whose latency analyzer tooling stands out in a crowded 1440p gaming segment. Our rating of the Dell Alienware AW3225QF (9/10): A top-tier curved 4K OLED gaming monitor that pairs genuine performance with Alienware's most polished industrial design yet.
Frequently asked questions
Do the Acer Predator XB273U GX and Dell Alienware AW3225QF differ on resolution?
Yes. Resolution reads 2560 x 1440 on the Acer Predator XB273U GX versus 3840 x 2160 on the Dell Alienware AW3225QF.
Is the HDR Support the same on the Acer Predator XB273U GX and Dell Alienware AW3225QF?
It is. Both are listed at Yes, so it is not a reason to pick one over the other.
Specs and benchmarks
Panel Type
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- IPS
- Dell Alienware AW3225QF
- QD-OLED
Brand
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- Acer
- Dell Alienware AW3225QF
- Dell
Model Number
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- XB273U GX
- Dell Alienware AW3225QF
- AW3225QF
Screen Size
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- 27 in-14%
- Dell Alienware AW3225QF
- 31.5 inBest
Resolution
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- 2560 x 1440 (QHD)
- Dell Alienware AW3225QF
- 3840 x 2160 (4K UHD)
Aspect Ratio
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- 16:9
- Dell Alienware AW3225QF
- 16:9
Refresh Rate
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- 240 Hz
- Dell Alienware AW3225QF
- 240 Hz
Response Time
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- 1 ms
- Dell Alienware AW3225QF
- 0.03ms (GtG)Best
Adaptive Sync
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible
- Dell Alienware AW3225QF
- NVIDIA G-Sync, AMD FreeSync Premium Pro
HDR Support
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- Yes
- Dell Alienware AW3225QF
- Yes
Native Resolution
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- 2560x1440
- Dell Alienware AW3225QF
- 3840x2160
Max Refresh Rate
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- 270 HzBest
- Dell Alienware AW3225QF
- 240 Hz-11%
Series
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- Predator
- Dell Alienware AW3225QF
- Alienware
HDR Formats
- Acer Predator XB273U GX
- HDR10
- Dell Alienware AW3225QF
- VESA DisplayHDR True Black 400
Which one should you pick?
Choose Acer Predator XB273U GX if you want the higher refresh rate (240 Hz vs 240 Hz) and the higher max refresh rate (270 Hz vs 240 Hz).
Choose Dell Alienware AW3225QF if you want the higher screen size (31.5 in vs 27 in) and the lower response time (0.03ms (GtG) vs 1 ms).
Verdict
Acer Predator XB273U GX
8.3 / 10 Expert Rating
A speed-focused esports monitor whose latency analyzer tooling stands out in a crowded 1440p gaming segment.
Dell Alienware AW3225QF
9 / 10 Expert Rating
A top-tier curved 4K OLED gaming monitor that pairs genuine performance with Alienware's most polished industrial design yet.